How Many Years Can a New Car Last?

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Under normal circumstances, if a car is well-maintained, it can last for about 15 years. Here are the relevant details: Factors affecting a car's lifespan: Forgetting to turn off the air conditioning before shutting down the engine, which causes an instant high power load and damages the battery; unskilled or incorrect driving operations, misoperations, and improper adjustments can reduce the car's lifespan and cause malfunctions; continuously starting the motor, leading to excessive battery discharge and damage. Methods to extend a car's lifespan: Regularly replace filters—the car's oil filter and air filter can become clogged over time, so regular maintenance is necessary; check engine oil, coolant, and windshield washer fluid; develop good parking habits; avoid waiting until the fuel tank is nearly empty to refuel, as insufficient gasoline can cause the fuel pump to draw in air, debris, and sediment from the bottom of the tank, leading to system blockages, corrosion of the fuel pump, and filter damage.